Alternate Fuel Vehicles

The California Statewide Contract 1-25-23-01M provides a comprehensive procurement vehicle for alternative fuel vehicles, focusing specifically on electric and zero-emission transportation solutions. The contract enables state and local government agencies to procure specialized vehicles including battery electric vehicles (BEVs), fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), and compressed natural gas vehicles (CNGVs). Eligible vehicles span multiple categories such as cargo vans, medium-duty trucks, and tractors, with specific technical requirements including a minimum 80-mile range, CCS-Type 1 charging compatibility, and compliance with California Air Resources Board (CARB) zero-emission standards. The contract covers vehicles from manufacturers like Isuzu and Nikola, offering electric models such as the Isuzu NRR EV 4x2 cab over truck and the Nikola TRE BEV 6x4 cab over tractor.

The primary contractor for this Indefinite Delivery Vehicle is Tom's Truck Center North County, with the contract administered by the California Department of General Services (DGS) - Statewide Procurement. The contract is effective from February 18, 2025, to February 17, 2027, with the potential for three additional one-year extensions. Covering the entire state of California, this statewide contract is mandatory for state departments and optional for local governmental entities, including state universities, K-12 schools, and community colleges. The contract type allows for pricing flexibility, with options to add or remove vehicle features within a +/- 10% dealer cost adjustment. A 1.25% transaction fee applies for local governmental agencies, and the contract provides comprehensive warranty coverage, including 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper and 5 years/100,000 miles for powertrain components.